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Sep
8th

Mitsubishi’s chief U.S. supply executive retires, won’t be replaced

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Mitsubishi Motors Corp.'s top supply chain executive in the United States has retired, and the automaker has no plans to hire a replacement. Full story...
Sep
8th

MINI unveils Scooter concept for Paris show

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In another shock move for the brand, MINI will debut a two-wheeled electric concept at Paris.


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Sep
8th

2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS, an AW Drivers Log:

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MOTORSPORTS EDITOR MAC MORRISON: I like this Camaro, but I don't love it, and that bums me out. I want it to be everything I hoped for, but it just doesn't quite satisfy me or provide the exact type of driving thrill I look for. Full story...
Sep
8th

Chevy Cruze rolls off assembly line in red, white and blue

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General Motors Co. today celebrated the domestic production launch of its much-anticipated 2011 Chevrolet Cruze in Lordstown, Ohio. GM, which is 61 percent owned by the U.S. Full story...
Sep
8th

New apps for OnStar, and the cost of driving fast, in News Brake for Sept. 8:

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In today's News Brake: New apps for OnStar, more debuts for the Paris motor show, and what would you pay to drive fast in Nevada . . . But Wait, There's More! Full story...
Sep
8th

SWEDEN: Saab asked to repay US$15m salary cover

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Swedish regional authorities have requested Saab pay SKR110m (US$15m) by 20 September to cover part of salary payments assumed during the automaker's transition from General Motors to Spyker. Full story...
Sep
8th

Aisin appoints new president of North America operations

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Toyota-affiliated supplier Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd. has appointed Masayasu 'Mike' Saito as president of its North American operations, company spokesman Joe Rohatynski said today. Saito's responsibilities include Aisin World Corp. Full story...
Sep
8th

INDIA: New GM engine plant starts in November

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General Motors will inaugurate its newly built engine plant at Talegaon on 12 November. The new flexi-engine plant, is the first of its kind and can produce both petrol and diesel engines. Commercial production starts on 1 November after a US$230m investment in initial annual capacity of 160,000 engines. Full story...
Sep
8th

US: Chevrolet Cruze production starts in Ohio

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Production of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze was marked today with red, white and blue models that, General Motors said, symbolically "declared that a world-class small car can be assembled in America by a domestic company". Full story...
Sep
8th

US: Faurecia staff still in hospital after line malfunction

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Two employees remain in hospital following an incident at maker Faurecia's North American plant that saw nine workers injured. Full story...
Sep
8th

First Drive: 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

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First Drive: 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid - First Drive - Automobile Magazine
A familiar fuel-sipper.

We've already seen this gas-electric powertrain in the Ford Fusion Ford Fusion and the Mercury Milan, but Lincoln is upping the level of luxury with the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. With hybrid credentials and a plush interior, the gas-electric MKZ is targeting a new breed of luxury buyers that avoid conspicuous consumption for more restrained products that also reflect a social conscience. The Lexus HS250h is the only direct competitor in the mid-size luxury-hybrid space, and Lincoln thinks it has a significantly stronger proposition with MKZ's better fuel economy and lower price.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid - First Drive - Automobile Magazine


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Sep
8th

INDIA: Ruia Group eyes foreign buy

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Indian tyremaker Ruia Group is in talks with an automotive component company in Germany and will route the transaction through the listed group firm Falcon Tyres, a local report said. Full story...
Sep
8th

Navistar profits top analyst expectations, but outlook lowered

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Truck and engine maker Navistar International Corp. posted higher-than-expected quarterly profits on strong sales of armored fighting vehicles to the U.S. military, but overall sales fell short of forecasts. Full story...
Sep
8th

BMW and#8216;revealsand#8217; new EfficientDynamics prototype:

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BMW has established a Web site called www.dontblogabouthis.com with the express purpose of revealing a prototype being used to test a new gasoline-electric driveline earmarked for a future sports car. Full story...
Sep
8th

US: Visteon opens factory for VW in Kaluga, Russia

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Visteon Corporation has opened an automotive interiors manufacturing facility in Kaluga, one of Russia's main centres for automotive production, approximately 180km (112 miles) southwest of Moscow. Full story...
Sep
8th

2010 Audi Q5 3.2 – Four Seasons Update – August 2010

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2010 Audi Q5 3.2 - Four Seasons Update - August 2010
2010 Audi Q5 3.2 - August 2010 - Automobile Magazine
Still winning the popularity contest among staff members.

2010 Audi Q5 3.2


Photo Gallery: 2010 Audi Q5 3.2 - August 2010 - Automobile Magazine


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Sep
8th

Chrysler expands lease offers under new pact with U.S. Bank

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Chrysler Group has taken another step toward reviving its leasing business by signing an agreement to offer leasing through US Bank. The automaker announced the arrangement in an e-mail to dealers today. Full story...
Sep
8th

Chrysler expands lease offers under new pact with US Bank

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Chrysler Group has taken another step toward reviving its leasing business by signing an agreement to offer leasing through US Bank. The automaker announced the arrangement in an e-mail to dealers today. Full story...
Sep
8th

SOUTH AFRICA: Talks continue under violent cloud

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Employers representing South African component makers have strongly refuted claims unions have rejected a wage offer to end strikes that have paralysed the industry and brought violence in their wake. Full story...
Sep
8th

Paris auto show: Sporty Chevrolet Aveo debuts :

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Chevrolet has given its new Aveo subcompact car a sporty look aimed at capturing young buyers. Full story...
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